Table Mountain will soon be jockeying for the position of the most famous icon in Cape Town thanks to the launch of The Silo in 2016. This heritage building in the V&A Waterfront has now become a glamorous six-star hotel. Not only will be guests be wowed by its location – based above the MOCAA museum and looking out over the harbour and Table Mountain, but they are sure to enjoy its luxurious facilities, such as the rooftop champagne bar and rooftop glass swimming pool. Its pillowed glazing panels will turn the hotel into a lantern at night, welcoming travellers into the harbour.

For a safari adventure to remember, book a stay at one of Asilia The Highlands’ new yurts. These cosy pods with floor-to-ceiling windows give you uninterrupted views of the wilderness from the comfort of your own king-size bed. Set at the edge of the mountain forest, this landscape is home to buffalo, zebra, leopards and elephant. After a day’s hiking you can return to your yurt and relax in front of your own wood-burning stove.

Eco-tourism meets high luxury with the launch of Miavana on the island of Nosy Ankao in Madagascar. Arrive by helicopter and take your luggage to one of 14 villas scattered along an untouched private beach. You can spend your day trekking through the jungle to see lemurs or you can climb aboard a boat to go whalewatching or enjoy an underwater safari.

Wild Coast Lodge, Sri LankaIf you are looking for a camp, but with the luxuries of a hotel room, look no further than the Wild Coast Lodge that opens in Yala National Park in 2016. One perk of the resort, is that you will also have access to vehicles which will take you into the park that is a hot spot for the famed Sri Lankan leopards.

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